Description
Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of ripe pineapple with the crunch of crisp cucumbers. This tropical delight is enhanced by a zesty lime dressing, making it an ideal addition to summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light side dish for any meal. Quick to prepare and highly customizable, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrients, ensuring you enjoy every bite while keeping things healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large English cucumber, diced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg